The wine bar was about to close when we got there and the owner/bartender graciously let us in. It…read morewas empty when we went but he was a great host! The decor was very homey and intimate with quirky artwork and a really neat cork BtG design near the bar. Great ambience They had a great selection of wine and even some beer for those that dont like wine. I asked for a dry red suggestion and the wine was very good. It was smooth, dry and perfect for the night. Would definitely visit again next time i'm in Little Rock!

"By the Glass" may be a wine bar but for me, after a single visit, it will be forever known as "the…read moreplace with the olives". To accompany our happy hour wines my son and I ordered two of his favorite things: Mixed Mediterranean Olives ($5.50) and a Spanish cheese ($9). Perhaps I've spent too long in the Bay Area or perhaps they do things differently in Arkansas but the mountainous bowl of olives that arrived at our table sparked utter joy. This wasn't 5, 10, or even 15 olives; I think it might've been a whole jar's worth. It was not only amusing, but an utter delight. One hundred percent chance of a return visit for the olives alone. We followed with the Spanish cheese and more wine but there was no getting beyond the olives. That's what we'd be talking about. Forever. By the Glass has a good happy hour ($5/glass for selected wine) which pertains only to the wines. It's a low-key, comfortable, unpretentious spot that's received recognition as the best bar, the best wine bar, the best trendy bar, and the best happy hour bar from a variety of publications. During my visit it was quiet and welcoming, an environment I'd feel equally comfortable in either solo or with friends. If you like wine, "By the Glass" is a good find. If you like olives it's even better.

Outstanding! We were a bit skeptical when we read the other reviews about this place as it sounded…read morealmost too good to be true. Well, I am happy to report that it IS true, that Petit & Keet is an outstanding restaurant. We made it in, in time for their terrific happy hour at the bar. Packed at 5:00 PM on a Tuesday (who woulda thunk that?) we were able to squeeze in and jump in on their goodies. The HH Menu was so appealing we would up just tasting several things; for starters, their signature frozen drink, the Peechy Keet, was absolutely phenomenal (it might also be because it was over 100 degrees outside). Not too sweet, nicely fruity and packing a punch. The Crudites was atypical with a larger assortment of veggies (including some tasty Sheshido peppers) and a really, unique and delish hummus. Next up; the Tuna Tostada. This could actually be my favorite item on the menu; sashimi grade tuna on a larger Tostada, perfectly marinated. Yummy. We topped things off with the Empanadas' that were also delectable; plenty of filling, not overly fried so as to be firm but chewable. I can't believe we wound up being stuffed, and sadly, it prevented us from diving into what looked like some wonderful entrees. Next time! A special note to the management; your bartender (sorry, her name escapes me, but she's in the pic with my wife and me) was as phenomenal as the food & drink (and the decor; sorry I hadn't mentioned that before, but it is a lovely space). She was everything (and more) for what someone behind the bar should be, an expert concotionist, professional, fun (and funny) and on top of everything at a packed bar/restaurant. Can you say "deserves a raise" with me? Also, loved the story of the place on the menu. It feels great to see a local place like Petit and Keet deliver top notch food, service and environment.

Food was amazing and service was equally as lovely. High…read morePoints: Duck Tostadas & Goat Cheese apps. Stand outs and very unique! Meatloaf was very good. Chocolate crème brûlée was one of the best I've had. The only miss was that two bottles of wine we selected were not available but truly a minor issue as service took care of us with great alternatives.

The grilled cheese here is so delicious! We got the chicken and French onion soup. The French onion…read morecame with a side to dip it into also. One thing I wanted to point out is that they should consider having umbrellas on their outside patio. It's really hot outside and we had a dog so we got the food to go.

I'll give it a 2 because I can't complain about the staff. We ordered the skirt steak and the spicy…read morebeef sandwich. Whatever that sauce was that they drizzled over the steak wasn't necessary at all. The salad dressing was an abomination to all salad dressings. We will probably go back and try the cheese and bread portion of the menu and hopefully be able to update my post.

Cute little place with nice seating areas. I went with friends before an event. I only had water…read moreand the charcuterie board we shared. Forgot to get a picture. But it was all tasty and beautiful when it came out! The friends that had cocktails said they were very good. The staff was very attentive.

Went to Splash Wine Bar for dinner last night. Had the crab cakes, Raw oysters and tried 4 of their…read moretrinity topped oysters. Then had their chicken tenders and steak fries. The Trinity topped oyster were fantastic! Highly recommend if you like oysters. But if not definitely get the crab cakes! The chicken tenders and steak fries were good! But we had already had our taste buds in awe, so well they missed the higher expectations. But again NOTHING was wrong with them. Service was ok... but SLOW. Friendly... but SLOW!! They had a lady singing and playing the piano, she was entertaining however we were happy to not be in the main bar area, it got a little bit too loud and we had a little trouble visiting without being too loud. Definitely going back. Maybe when they get the gates of HELL CLOSED from this heat and sit out on the patio!!

Stopped by here after studying at the library on a whim. I had no idea this place existed, but saw…read moreit while we were walking back to the car and just had to make a stop. This is a cute, small, intimate little place with some tables, a set of comfy chairs, and a bar. There might have been some kind of group room in the back, I just saw people coming out of it, but we sat at the bar and enjoyed the ambiance. The bartender there was very personable, chatting with all the customers and open to making recommendations. I enjoyed a lovely port that was reasonably priced, and my study-mate got a canned beer from the fridge section (happy hour pricing was great). This was a very cute place with a good variety of wine options, plus items for the non-wine drinkers (albeit not a ton). This was a fun place and I would definitely stop in here again. Glad we found it!

This is such a special spot for me. The owner is so wonderful and the staff love their jobs and…read moreyou can tell. There is a great selection of wine. The owner makes delicious cheesecake that rotates flavors and is divine. The space is super cozy and there is a nice patio as well.

Very fine restaurant in a cute house. Great outdoor space when the weather is nice. Cozy…read moreatmosphere. Food was amazing and very friendly staff.

Always great food but my last visit the food was awesome! I ate everything, That salmon was great…read moreand the crème brûlée with the orange liqueur was AMAZING! Has some of the Best cocktails in town!

Absolutely amazing--from the food to the service!…read more We had several challenges trying to order online for delivery, but the manager, Carl, went so far above and beyond that I was impressed before I had even tasted the food. He personally showed up at our doorstep, made sure we had our dinner, and helped resolve all of the electronic ordering issues. That level of customer service is incredibly rare. Carl is amazing! And then we tasted the food--and somehow it matched the service. The entrée was fabulous. The combination of the protein, cheese, and pasta was delicious, but then came the bread and butter. Oh my goodness, the bread and butter! I normally avoid bread and eat very few carbs, but I ate every bit of it. The bread was wonderful, and the butter took it to another level. Everything was delicious, and nothing was left behind. Exceptional food paired with truly exceptional service. Thank you, Carl, for turning what could have been a frustrating ordering experience into such a wonderful evening. We will absolutely be back!

When we walked in I was surprised how nice it looked. I actually felt underdressed in shorts. I…read morelater noticed other men in shorts. Our server was a very nice lady. The whole thing was a big disappointment. I had the spaghetti and meatballs. The meatballs were obviously leftover. They were hard and dry. After tasting a meatball, I didnt eat them. The meat sauce was ok, but flooded the dish and smothered the pasta. My wife's pasta dish was just OK. Actually, the server pointed out a guy in the kitchen and said he was a Michelin rated chef...sorry, but no way. Doing a search, I read that there are no Michelin rated chefs in Hot Springs. I ordered an expensive glass of red wine and it was served in a small white wine glass. Anyway, I'm not going to waste my time bashing J&S. I think I've made myself clear. It was a total disappointment and a waste of $120.00. Obviously, we wont be going back.

Monday of this week, I stopped in here with some out of town guests for a quick bite during the…read morenoon hour. I had the gumbo and it was excellent! Because of the great experience I had at lunch, I decided to take my wife there on Thursday night for dinner. Let me be clear: Dinner was a hit! I will start with the Atmosphere. I will be honest, the atmosphere is nice enough. The place is clean for sure. It is not as comfortable a place as some and is reminiscent of many restaurants I have been to. By that I mean, it is almost formulaic in it's set up. Nothing about it is unique or screams Arkansas or Little Rock to me. That is OK, I just want to be clear about the ambiance of the place. I still would give it a four out of five stars on ambiance. That said, it only gets better from here! For starters, we shared the fried green tomatoes with shrimp appetizer, and it was superb! As good as any you will find in NOLA and definitely the best in Arkansas. I highly recommend. For our main courses, my wife had the bacon wrapped filet and I had the rib-eye. We had never tried Samantha's steaks before and I hate to think what all we have been missing because our steaks were cooked to perfection and tasted amazing. We shared a side of cheese grits and couldn't had a better meal! For our dessert, we shared a slice of their key lime pie, and again, it was wonderful. A strong five star rating for the food here at Samantha's for sure. As good as the food was, our server Taylor was about the best I have seen in Little Rock since the days of Ashley's at the Capitol hotel. Every dish we ordered that I just described was a recommendation from Taylor. I love it when someone knows their stuff and she was super knowledgeable, with just the right amount of tending to us. Not too much looking over our shoulder every two minutes, but always there when we needed her. Samantha's is lucky to have her on their team. Another strong five star rating regarding service. Can't wait to go back. I feel like they are hitting their stride at Samantha's!

I was ready to have my socks rocked. Only to be thoroughly disappointed by the quality &…read morepresentation of the meal. I ordered a fried green tomatoes appetizer and Tom Yum grilled shrimp entree w/ a cucumber onion salad side. The app presentation was as expected garnished and dressed with roumalade. The finished quality was sub par. The tomatoes edges were good but the center was so thick it was crunchy, 4 slices $16. The entrées are solo yet there is an expectation of an elegant presentation. Nope...two undressed, ungarnished skewers of dry shrimp on a plate for $19. That's it, that's all. The best item of the meal was the marinated 2 ingredient "salad" which was... sweet & savory $12. Lastly, what ended up being a "concept" of key lime pie. Presentation glorious, a dinner sized plate decorated with swirls and a decent size helping of a sweet item. This was what looked like an inch of cake crumbs that were recycled by pressing into a form with a 1/4 inch thin layer of key lime custard over top. $9

This is a great low-key bar atmosphere, often times with baby grand piano entertainment. Although…read moreit is in shared space with the theater next door, it does stand alone and will remind you of a place "where everybody knows your name". The staff and ownership are friendly. I highly recommend giving it a chance, especially if you are a creative- or musically-inclined-type that thrives on interaction with others of shared interest.

From the owner: The Lobby Bar is open for special events and serves as the intermission bar for the Studio Theatre…read moreproductions. Check out our Facebook page for more information!

Best lounge experience in Little Rock. Great food, drinks, music and especially the HOOKAHS!…read moreService was amazing 9.5/10.

Service horrible. I waited 20 mins for a beer. The waitress took my drink to another table 1st and…read moreforgot one of the orders. My table had to flag her down for our drinks. When we asked for a straw for our drink she placed it on the table.Dont order the menu cocktails..."Kool-Aid" is really Robotussin (i thought someone tried to drug me) and the "shark tank is just coconut water....(the bad kind) it's a no sis.... xoxo xoxo. The chicken egg rolls was great tho.